2006 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2009 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 351 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. (193 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan Qashqai has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan Qashqai will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 2009 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Qashqai |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.9:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1431 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |